Calgary Stampede
Dates: July 6, 2012 - July 15, 2012
Website: http://www.calgarystampede.com
For 10 days each July, Calgary, Alberta puts on its white hat and welcomes the world. The entire city is swept up in the Stampede
celebration, taking western hospitality to a new level.
2012 marks the Calgary Stampede's centennial year and the message The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth is sending out to the city, the province, the country and the world is: We're Greatest Together!
The Calgary Stampede is the most authentic, memorable western experience you’ll ever pack into a single vacation. Become a cowboy or cowgirl, and witness the world’s top rodeo, thrilling chuckwagon races, live music and so much more.
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John Filax
I love Calgary at anytime.
Posted on May 12, 2012 - 06:56
Kate Danielle
Hope to attend this yr for its 100th anniversary :)
Posted on May 11, 2012 - 20:23
Laurel Keating
Never been but plan to go this year it will be awesome, i will take lots of pics
Posted on May 9, 2012 - 08:30
Colleen Manning
It definitely is the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. You need to experience it to believe it.
Posted on May 1, 2012 - 12:26
Marjorie Bailey
I grew up on a farm in Manitoba so have a special fondness for animals both domestic and wild. I have never been to the Stampede and my husband has never lived on a farm so it would be a double bonus for us to be able to go.
Posted on April 30, 2012 - 21:52
Nancy Groves
So much fun and entertainment for the whole family!!
Posted on April 27, 2012 - 14:16
Adrienne LeGuyder
Cannot wait to go!
Posted on April 27, 2012 - 12:54
Rita Hebert Doherty
Forgot to add its the 100th anniversary of the Stampede this year so it should be very special!!
Posted on April 27, 2012 - 12:52
Rita Hebert Doherty
Attended the Stampede once, and would love to do it again! Calgary is a wonderful city to visit, love their free breakfasts during this event, but most of all, love to visit my brother and his family. Hope i can attend this year!!!
Posted on April 27, 2012 - 12:47
Debra Woods
Have not been, but am dying to!!! It is definitely on my bucket list!
Posted on April 27, 2012 - 12:26
Diane Fulton
would love to go to a stampede - have been to Calgary once
Posted on April 21, 2012 - 08:44
Crissy-Brad Huczel
Calgary is awesome city especially at Stampede time. Free breakfasts, fun cowboys and cowgirls. But the best is the food down at the Stampede grounds. Mmmmm can't wait
Posted on April 20, 2012 - 20:41
colleen gardner
Went to the stampede as a child and was in awe. Would love to go back as an adult and relive that experience again!!
Posted on April 20, 2012 - 17:47
Anne Matthews
All the years I liked on Ontario, I never made it to The Calgary Stampede :( I moved back east to Nova Scotia last year and it's still on my bucket list! I think it would be great fun!! I'd simply love to go!!
Posted on April 20, 2012 - 12:25
Jackie Blair
I had worked there for the summer for many years growing up. Met some great people and say some great shows. I have been luck enough to Ride in the parade 2 years and walk 2 years. I have hosted kids and family for the Stampede and wish I can bring more out to enjoy this great time.
Posted on April 20, 2012 - 11:06
Angeline Templeton
While living in Calgary during the summer of 1998, I attended numerous Calgary Stampede events with friends, including the Parade, fair grounds, pancake breakfasts, nightlife, concerts, and Rodeo finals. It was here that I met my husband of 11 years, but, sadly, we have not attended since that fateful meeting. So many memories...I would love to get back there to celebrate our 12th wedding anniversary!
Posted on April 20, 2012 - 11:01
Lisa Birston
Lived in Calgary as a child and went to a few Stampedes. Would love to go back as an adult and enjoy a whole other side of the event. PLUS visit some family that still live in Cow-Town!
Posted on April 20, 2012 - 10:15
Ashley Dunn
I want to go home!!
Posted on April 20, 2012 - 10:14
Maureen Hardy
never been to one
Posted on April 20, 2012 - 10:05
Patti Cote
I've never been outside BC. What a shame! I would love to see Calgary!
Posted on April 20, 2012 - 09:54
Holly Fraser
great
Posted on April 20, 2012 - 09:53
Karen Roberts
Never been, but would love to go!
Posted on April 18, 2012 - 15:55
deb fraser
lot's of fun
Posted on April 16, 2012 - 19:15
Kathy 'Hawk' Boyd
I have been to the Calgary Stampede as a young child (I'm now in my 50's). I STILL have the white cowboy hat (which has seen many a Halloween Party:). I would LOVE to take my family to the stampede to have the same wonderful memories that I still have from so many decades ago!!!
Posted on April 16, 2012 - 15:56
Maxine Leon
We had a great time there 20 years ago.
Posted on April 14, 2012 - 11:23
Lynn Crawford
It is not called the 'Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth' for nothing. It is the greatest and always has been!___ a lifelong proud Albertan
Posted on April 12, 2012 - 11:12
Dave Kolochuk
YOU, must go......Garth is going. See you at the Calgary Stampede July 6th to the 15th.
Posted on April 10, 2012 - 21:07
Went about 25 years ago.
Posted on April 8, 2012 - 16:36
Holly Fraser
I have never been able to go to this festival but would love to.
Posted on April 7, 2012 - 08:56
Rosely Duffy
I have lived in Calgary for 10 years now. The Calgary Stampede is something I look forward to every year. Yah hooooo.
Posted on April 5, 2012 - 13:26
Grew up in Canada never been would love too
Posted on April 5, 2012 - 08:29
Pretty much go every year. Between the chuck wagons, mini doughnuts, rides, games, and the grandstand show at the end of the night with amazing fireworks.
Posted on April 3, 2012 - 21:06
I lived in Alberta last summer to work in a summer camp for kids and I was introduced to the Stampede then. The Stampede, and everything surrounding it, was an absolute blast and I'd give anything to go back!!
Posted on April 1, 2012 - 08:52
havent been in a few years , would realy love to see this years
Posted on March 31, 2012 - 23:44
Tanya Dodge
...this is my second year in Alberta...I am an east coast transplant living in the Rockies,I want to come down from the mountains of the icefields and trade my bear bells for cowbells....I refuse to miss this Stampede that everyone in Alberta raves about....in NS we Cattle tip for fun......can imagine leap frog with cowboys and broncos is an experience to be had....
Posted on March 31, 2012 - 10:02
Todd White
I've lived in Calgary my whole life and still attend the stampede every year with the same guys I went to school with. We relive our childhood.
Posted on March 30, 2012 - 16:58
Dawn Forbes
I used to live in Calgary and have not been back to the Stampede since I moved. I would love the opportunity to take my daughter to the Stampeded - it would be a great time!
Posted on March 30, 2012 - 15:18
Keith Bennett
Lived in Alberta all of my life but have never attended the Calgary Stampede.
Posted on March 30, 2012 - 15:04
I've been going to the Stampede every year of my life. I've moved a couple times but always make sure to come back for a visit during Stampede! It a family favorite time of the year and it's awesome to be able to continue on the tradition with my daughter :)
Posted on March 30, 2012 - 14:45
Betty Bordage
many wonderful memories of the Stampede from years ago, would be exciting to see again and visit our son and friends at the same time.
Posted on March 30, 2012 - 14:33
Have been to the Stampeded for 15 years and still find new things to see and do every year!
Posted on March 30, 2012 - 13:39
I have never been to the Stampede but I would love to go :)
Posted on March 30, 2012 - 13:30
Summer Kamel
OMG THIS IS THE BEST FESTIVAL EVER!!! I GO EVERY YEAR
Posted on March 27, 2012 - 23:03
looks like so much fun
Posted on March 23, 2012 - 19:04
Erin Rideout
Here's hoping! Visiting my sister this year duig the stampede would be amazing !!
Posted on March 22, 2012 - 19:46
Amber Sarota
I have only missed 2 years of stampede ever. This year is gonna be amazing. 100th year anniversary here we come. My children love it just as much as I use to and still do. I am super uber excited to have the mini donuts mmm 2 bags for 5.00$. All the bands. The great sale center in the bmo building. I tell everyone about the stampede. Can't wait to see west jet there this year. Fingers crossed.
Posted on March 22, 2012 - 10:05
Amanda Trenaman
The 'Pede is THE best time of the year in Calgs. People travel from all over the world to wear cowboy boots and hats, plaid shirts, listen to country music, watch the rodeo, go on rides, eat corn dogs and mini donuts...for 10 days!! Doesn't get much better than that. Absolutely amazing.
Posted on March 21, 2012 - 23:43
Ray Matson
My wife and I have lived in Canada all our lives, but have never been to the Calgary Stampede. We feel that it would be the highlight of our summer vacation and would be thrilled to win this trip! Here's hoping!
Posted on March 21, 2012 - 11:08
Nancy Walls
My husband went once several years ago and has wanted for us both to take part ever since. Here's hoping!!!
Posted on March 19, 2012 - 11:34
Beverly Robertson
Have not been to Calgary Stampede for 30 years and would love to go again!
Posted on May 16, 2012 - 11:34